New read-and-publish agreement expands the opportunity for sharing and accessing cutting-edge research Leading global health care knowledge provider BMJ has signed a new read-and-publish agreement with the Jean and Alexander… Keep reading
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BMJ collaborates with Vanderbilt University’s Heard Libraries to support open access publishing
Sensory kits available at Central Library to help you ‘stress less’ during exam season
Do you feel anxious about studying for final exams? If so, the Jean and Alexander Heard Libraries are here to help you channel that nervous energy in a positive way…. Keep reading
Patterson discusses formative years, book bans, writing process at Vanderbilt event
James Patterson has published over 400 titles and sold more than 425 million copies of his books, but he first gained the confidence to pursue a career in writing while working toward a graduate degree at Vanderbilt, the bestselling author told a large audience in Langford Auditorium on April 11.
NERL and Springer Nature sign new three-year open publishing agreement
NERL, a consortium representing some of America’s leading research institutions, and Springer Nature, a global leader in research publishing, have agreed to a new three-year open publishing agreement. The deal provides… Keep reading
Celebrate literacy in April by taking immersive ‘Story Stroll’ on Peabody College’s campus
The Jean and Alexander Heard Libraries are inviting young readers and their families to visit the campus of Peabody College of education and human development in April for the first… Keep reading
Edible Books Festival returns to Heard Libraries, serves up fun puns and tasty treats
Bakers and book lovers came together at the 2024 Edible Books Festival hosted by the Jean and Alexander Heard Libraries on April 1. The event, held on campus for the first time since 2019, was sponsored by the university’s Banned Books Initiative.
Three from Heard Libraries recognized with Community Engagement Collaboration grants
The Jean and Alexander Heard Libraries are well represented in the inaugural round of Community Engagement Collaboration grants awarded by Vanderbilt Government and Community Relations.
James Patterson to discuss his latest book, value of reading at Vanderbilt April 11
Bestselling author James Patterson will discuss his prolific writing career, support for literacy initiatives and the power of books and reading in a wide-ranging conversation at Vanderbilt University on Thursday, April 11.
Education journalist to discuss partisan politics’ increasing influence on public schools April 9
National education reporter Laura Pappano will discuss her latest book, School Moms: Parent Activism, Partisan Politics, and the Battle for Public Education, at the Jean and Alexander Heard Libraries on Tuesday, April 9. In her book, Pappano draws on archival research as well as on-the-ground reporting to offer a nuanced view of how schools across the country have become lightning rods in the culture wars.
Vanderbilt University’s Heard Libraries and Taylor & Francis announce transformative agreement to support open access publishing
Partnership will also provide Vanderbilt researchers with a significantly expanded range of humanities and social sciences journals Vanderbilt University’s Jean and Alexander Heard Libraries and Taylor & Francis, one of… Keep reading
